Ifrane Province

The province is situated in the central part of the Middle Atlas mountain range. It features a landscape of high plateaus, forested areas, and mountainous terrain. The region is known for its extensive cedar forests and natural water bodies.

Several lakes are located within the province, including:

• Dayet Hachlaf
• Dayet Ifrah
• Lake Zerrouka
• Dayet Aoua

These lakes contribute to the ecological diversity of the region and are part of the natural environment associated with Ifrane National Park.

The climate is relatively cool compared to much of Morocco, with cold winters that often bring snowfall and mild summers.

Ifrane Province has a relatively small population, distributed between urban centers and rural mountain communities.

The main towns include Ifrane, Azrou, and Timahdite.

The province’s economy is based on tourism, forestry, and agriculture. Tourism is a key sector due to the region’s natural environment, ski facilities such as Michlifen, and its appeal as both a summer and winter destination.

Agricultural activity includes cereal cultivation and livestock farming adapted to the mountainous conditions.

Ifrane Province is divided into several municipalities and rural communes organized into administrative circles.

The main urban municipalities are:^[1]

• Ifrane
• Azrou
• Timahdite

These towns serve as administrative and economic centers for the surrounding areas.

The province is divided administratively into the following:^[2]